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1 Maccabees 2:23-25
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
1 Maccabees 2:23-25
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
23 When he had finished speaking these words, a Jew came forward in the sight of all to offer sacrifice on the altar in Modein, according to the king’s command. 24 When Mattathias saw it, he burned with zeal, and his heart was stirred. He gave vent to righteous anger; he ran and slaughtered him on the altar. 25 At the same time he killed the king’s officer who was forcing them to sacrifice, and he tore down the altar.
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